Navigating the waters of high-energy options can be tough because so many companies will try to get you to take their “energy products” and supplements. But when you’re trying to eat foods that give you real energy and avoid all of the man-made junk out there, it can be confusing. Which foods are energy boosters,...
Eczema is one of the most common health conditions in America, afflicting 31.6 million people across the country. (2) This means that over ten percent of the American population has at least one of the eight types of this skin condition, characterized by dry, itchy, scaly, thick skin that often is covered in blisters and...
Many of our most important bodily activities require a regular supply of iron. Lean meat, shellfish, and leafy greens are ideal iron sources, but fruits can also help you fulfill your daily intake. Just so you know, adult men under 50 should consume 8 mg of iron, while for women, it is 18 mg. If...
A tasty cheese platter with a good glass of wine might have more benefits than just a pleasant evening. Recent research from Iowa State University suggests that these popular pairings may contribute significantly to better cognitive health as we age. Let’s explore the findings of this study and its implications for preventing cognitive decline. The...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common yet poorly understood condition affecting the digestive system, often linked with significant psychological distress. Recent research has uncovered genetic links between IBS and mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Understanding these connections can help improve diagnosis and treatment strategies, providing relief to millions of sufferers. Genetic...
Imagine you’re at the gas station filling up your car. The numbers on the pump are whizzing by, but it seems to take much longer than usual to top up the tank. That’s when you notice the leak. You’ve been wasting fuel and money and don’t have a full tank of gas to show for...
Are you feeling the effects of aging? Do you sometimes wish you could turn back the clock and feel like you’re twenty years old again? You may be in luck. A controversial new startup says the secret may be in your blood, or rather, the blood of a younger person. This may sound like the...
Ever wake up with a flat stomach in the morning, only to bloat out like a hot air balloon right after you eat breakfast—without understanding why? If you’re suffering through each day feeling sluggish, tired, cramped, and heavy, you may be interested to know that certain foods can cause bloating. Bloating results from gas or fluid...
This article was originally published on December 8, 2019, and has since been updated. The heart is the primary life-giving organ in our bodies. When it stops beating, we die. But is it possible to bring it back to life? The world of medical science says yes. In an exciting new trial, Doctors at Duke...
Imagine a world where you could track and know exactly which foods cause you, uh… gastric distress. With that information, you would know what you shouldn’t eat before any big events, say foods that make you burp before you have to give a speech, or whatnot to not order on a first date. Thanks to...
Many of the foods we keep in our cupboards and consume daily can be surprisingly dangerous if not handled or consumed properly. While they might seem harmless, some can even be fatal in small amounts due to their toxic components. Here are 17 such foods that can kill and the risks associated with them. 1....
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. The liver plays a crucial role in the body, serving as a multifunctional organ with several important tasks. It acts as a filter for the blood, removing harmful substances such as alcohol and...
